I applied in-person. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Novartis (Detroit, MI) in June 2016
Interview
I was contacted by the DM via phone who scheduled me for a face to face interview. Interview lasted about one hour. Interview by the DM, my future counterpart ( if you get the job), and the Regional Sales Manager. The interview was very disorganized. Everyone asking you questions at the same time. The RSM was not professional and wasn't paying attention to the answers. She looked exhauste!
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Why are was looking for a new position and why Novartis?
There is a role play during the interview. You better to read the clinical studies and understand the product before the interview.
They asked what will you do when facing various senecios or challenges.
Hiring manager was nice and easy to talk to. Asked common pharma interview questions like 30 60 90. Discussed career progression which I thought was unique. Conversation lasted about an hour although my background was not a perfect fit for this drug class
Easy 2 step process. First interview is 45 min long. Two senior managers and one HR. Mostly behavioral questions requiring STAR responces. Second interview with Head of HR and Head of Unit. 30 min long. Short screen on CV, how will you cntribute to the position.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What qualities should someone have to meet the criteria for this position?